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Truck Drivers
Unit Group
ANZSCO CODE - 7331

Truck Drivers drive heavy trucks, removal vans, tankers and tow trucks to transport bulky goods and liquids.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

  • AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

  • NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

  • manoeuvring vehicles into position for loading and unloading
  • loading and unloading vehicles using lifting and tipping devices
  • observing safety requirements when loading and unloading vehicles
  • making regular quality checks of vehicles to ensure they can be driven safely
  • estimating weights to comply with load limitations and ensuring safe distribution of weight
  • ensuring goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage
  • verifying loading documents, checking condition of goods and obtaining certification of deliveries

Occupations in this unit group

  • 733111 - Truck Driver (General)

    Drives a heavy truck, requiring a specially endorsed class of licence, to transport bulky goods. Registration or licensing is required.

    Skill Level: 4

    Specialisations:

    • Cement Mixer Driver
    • Compactor Driver (Rubbish Collection)
    • Grain Truck Driver
    • Kaitaraiwa Taraka (NZ)
    • Livestock Haulier
    • Logging Truck Driver
    • Road Train Driver
    • Tilt Tray Driver
  • 733112 - Aircraft Refueller

    Drives a tanker truck filled with aviation fuel to waiting aircraft, attaches a fuel hose to aircraft fuel tank and fills it with fuel. Registration or licensing is required.

    Skill Level: 4

    Specialisation:

    • Ground Crewman Aircraft Support (Army)
  • 733113 - Furniture Removalist

    Drives a removal van or truck to move household and office furniture and equipment between locations. Registration or licensing is required.

    Skill Level: 4

    Specialisations:

    • Office Mover
  • 733114 - Tanker Driver

    Drives a tanker truck, requiring a specially endorsed class of licence, to transport bulk liquids. Registration or licensing is required.

    Skill Level: 4

    Specialisations:

    • Milk Tanker Driver
    • Petrol Tanker Driver
    • Water Tanker Driver
  • 733115 - Tow Truck Driver

    Drives a tow truck, requiring a specially endorsed class of licence, to transport broken-down motor vehicles. Registration or licensing is required.

    Skill Level: 4

    Specialisation:

    • Mechanic Recovery (Army)

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